1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 338 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | AMC | Jeep |
| Model | Matador | Commander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
